Our Savior's Lutheran Church
Ph 701-745-3346
from my perspective…
“Do you not know who Jesus is?” was the question in June. We saw the Son of God, who sees us. We saw our Savior, who sees the crowd (us) and has compassion on us who wander around like sheep without a shepherd.
It’s July, the height of summer, a time to play and goof off if you are a carefree student, but not so much if you are a farmer/rancher, or maybe some plant and mine workers. I’m so thankful God doesn’t take summers off.
Jesus asks the crowd concerning John the Baptist, “What did you go out into the wilderness to see?” (Matthew 11:7, ESV) Were they looking for a show or entertainment? John gave them a show, but it wasn’t entertainment – it was serious.
There is a greater question for us: “What are we looking for in Jesus, the church, and / or life? Are we looking for God’s forgiveness or just direction in life? Are we looking for miracles, a comfortable life, or the secret of success? What are we looking for?
In the middle of July, we will hear Jesus’ challenge, “You who have eyes to see, see and ears to hear, hear.” (Matthew 13) The ways of heaven are hidden from the self-righteous, the proud, and the fools. Jesus challenges us to see God’s ways anew, leading to a Godly, salvation-centered worldview.
Do you yearn for Jesus to say to you, “Blessed are your eyes for they see. Blessed are your ears for they hear.” Spectators rarely see the game, but players, even those on the sidelines, do. Where do we find eyes to see and ears to hear? How do we get into the game of life that leads to eternal Peace?
Finally, Jesus asks, “Have you understood these things?” For in understanding we see, and that makes all the difference in life for our children, us, and our family.
Please, make time for the Lord this summer. I look forward to seeing you in church.
Your pastor Dennis.
Welcome!
I welcome your comments regarding our shared ministry at Our Savior's.
If you would rather comment privately; please, email me at prshepherd@westriv.com
I deeply desire to bring Christian comfort and the power of prayer to those who are challenged with sickness or circumstances in life.
Neither the hospitals or care centers are allowing visitation.
If it a matter of life and death, call me and I will contact them.
Pastor Dennis
Pastor Dennis R.
We have had our share of challenges this year.
If you or someone you know is struggling with fear and despair, I invite you to lay your hands on a copy of Max Lucado's book
Anxious for Nothing:
Finding Calm in a Chaotic World.
We, also, have a helpful copy of "Cancer. Now What?"
available in the church office.
Of course, please contact me if you would like to chat or meet for a cup of coffee.
Pastor Dennis
